Anthurium mucuri E.G.Gonç. & L.F.A.Paula

• Genus: Anthurium
• Botanical Background: Described by Eduardo G. Gonçalves and L.F.A. Paula, both noted for their work on Brazilian Araceae, this species adds to the floristic richness of the Atlantic Forest biome.

• Geographical Range: Native to the Mucuri River basin in the state of Bahia, Brazil
• Environment: Grows in humid, lowland rainforest conditions. It prefers high humidity, stable temperatures, and organically rich forest soils with good drainage.

Leaves

• Large, broad, and heart-shaped to ovate, with a dark green upper surface and prominent, pale veins
• Leaf texture is leathery and slightly glossy

Inflorescence (Spadix & Spathe)

• Inflorescence includes a pale green to whitish spathe surrounding a slender, cream to yellow spadix
• Pollination biology is not well studied but likely involves beetles or flies

Growth Habit

• Terrestrial species, possibly with low epiphytic tendencies in leaf litter or mossy forest floor environments
• Grows from a short stem with a dense root system

Light Requirements

• Bright, indirect  light
• Avoid direct sun exposure, which can scorch the foliage

Watering & Humidity

• Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy
• Requires high humidity (above 70%) for optimal leaf health

Soil & Potting Mix

• Use a well-draining mix such as a combination of orchid bark, peat moss, and perlite
• Aroids prefer airy substrates that retain moisture without compacting

Temperature & Fertilizer

• Ideal temperatures range from 20–28°C (68–82°F)
• Fertilize monthly during active growth with a diluted balanced fertilizer

Division

• Propagated by division of clumps or stem cuttings with roots or nodes
• Ensure cuttings are kept in high humidity for successful rooting

Seeds

• Propagation is possible but rare
• Should be sown on moist substrate and kept warm and humid until germination

Typical Issues

• spider mites, mealybugs, or root rot in low airflow
• Overwatered conditions

Treatment Recommendations

• Use neem oil or insecticidal soap for pests
• Ensure well-drained soil and avoid excess moisture to prevent fungal issues

• One of several new discoveries in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest
• An area with high biodiversity but limited botanical exploration in some regions

• Highly valued by collectors for its large, ornamental foliage and rarity
• Prominent veining and robust growth make it a visually appealing plant for tropical collections

Wild Population Status

• Not yet formally evaluated by IUCN
• Restricted habitat and limited range within a threatened ecosystem suggest it may be at risk

Market Availability

• Extremely rare in cultivation
• Found only in botanical institutions or among specialized collectors of Brazilian aroids